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This is the information held in the database for 1878.
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| H Joy | 1st | Club Grass Track 2 miles 5 August 1878 2 miles Central Cricket Ground | 1878 | |||
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| 23/02/1878
Hastings Observer |
The Bicycle Club. The annual dinner in connection the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club, which is now in a more flourishing state than it has been since its formation, took place at the Swan Hotel on Wednesday evening, when about twenty sat down to a most sumptuous spread, served up in Host Collins's well-known style. The chair was occupied by Mr A J Lovett, vice-president of the Club, and the vice-chair by Mr E C Gilbert, captain; and there were also present, Mr C B Gaitakell, Mr T Gilbert, Mr French (captain of the Maidstone Bicycle Club), Mr Butchers, Mr White (treasurer), Mr T Ainsworth, Mr F Ellis, Mr J Stace, Mr Carswell (secretary), Mr Sims, Mr Reed, Mr Philcox (sub-captain) Mr Crissford, Mr Wellerd, Mr Veness and Mr A Lovett jun. The cloth having been cleared, those present having 'charged' their glasses, The Chairman gave the health of 'The Queen, and the rest of the Royal Family' which was drunk with enthusiasm. Mr E C Gilbert next gave the toast of 'The Army, Navy, and Volunteers'. The former were too well known to them to need any remarks on their behalf from him. Of the volunteers he could only say that they had two or three corps in the town, and he thought they were as good as any throughout the kingdom. (hear hear.) He coupled with the toast the name of Mr. George Hutchings. Mr Hutchings in response, said he was not at the present time a member of the rifle corps, but be had served his three years, which he thought every young man ought to do, and he then left on the condition that he was to join again if he was ever wanted by Captain Cooper. In conclusion, he thought that the honour of England would be best served by the maintenance of peace. Mr. Butchers proposed the next toast, and he supposed that why he had to do so was in consequence of his leaving the town, and of his being about the only member present of the original club. The toast he was sure they would drink a most cordial manner. It was 'Success to the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club,' coupled with the name of Mr A J Lovett, the Vice-President. When the club was started, they first met at Miss Garrett's rooms in Castle-road, and they had been established but a very few weeks when they were introduced to Mr Lovett. That gentleman had been a kind help to them since that time through many difficulties, and the club would not be in the flourishing state it then was if it had not been for him (Mr. Lovett). He had also supplied them with a bicycle for learning, and introduced a new member in his son, who, though the youngest, was the pluckiest and best rider they had in the club. He (the speaker) himself thanked the Vice President personally for the business like manner in which he had carried out the duties of his office. He had known Mr. Lovett out of doors as a gentleman, and indoors as a thorough business man. He had much pleasure in proposing the toast. Mr Lovett returned them his sincere thanks for the kind manner in which they had drunk his health, and also Mr. Butchers for the way in which he had spoken of him. With reference to the club itself, they could take a very cheerful view of the case. He saw around him all the faces that he had the pleasure of seeing last year, and believed that they were steadily increasing in numbers. They had several very good riders, some were coming on, and he thought they would come on very well indeed. The had had some talk of challenging other clubs, and trying to win prizes; if not that, to give some away, they had such a good sum in hand. Last year they had a substantial balance in hand, but this year there was a still larger one. If 'they went on in the future as they had done in the past they were sure to succeed. He again thanked them for the kind manner in which, they had received the toast. The Chairman said he had to propose a toast was sure they would all drink with pleasure, and it was really the most important one of the evening —""The health of the Captain, Mr E Gilbert."" (Applause.) He had all the drudgery to do, to pick out the muddy parts of the road, and to keep the recruits away from them. He was a kind of monthly nurse. He encouraged alI those that could ride, and tried to make those ride who could not do so; and the least they could do was to drink to his good hearth. Mr Gilbert, in response, said he in no way deserved the praise their- Vice-Presidet had given him; he could not say much with regard to the club after that gentleman's speech. He (the speaker) would always do his best carry out the duties, and he hoped they would have many pleasant runs during the year. He again thanked them, and said it would be his pleasure to do his best for the club—which he hoped would prosper in every way. The Chairman gave "" The sub Captain, Mr S Philcox."" That gentleman always made himself agreeable, and kept the young recruits from, looking too much after the girls. (Laughter.) He did not know what they should do without him, as he was very useful as well as ornamental. Mr Philcox, in responding, said that if the club needed his assistance at any time he should be most happy to give it. The little he had done for the club had been done most willingly. He thanked them most heartily for the manner in which they bad drunk his health. Mr C Wellerd gave ""The health of the Secretary, Mr. Carswell,"" and in doing so said be was glad that they had chosen that gentleman for their secretary, he was all that could be desired, and had done all he could for the benefit of the club. Mr Carswell returned them his most hearty, thanks. They were a young club, and it was rather difficult to establish one of that kind, the sport not being so popular as many others. He trusted they would all do their best, and work together to keep the club established. They were in a flourishing condition, and as regarded the funds, they had a satisfactory balance. Mr S Philcox proposed ""The Health of the Treasurer.' Mr White responded in humorous speech. Mr E Gilbert then gave ""Other Clubs,"" coupled with the name of Mr. French, Captain of the Maidstone Club. Mr. French thanked them for the hearty manner which they had received the toast. He was happy to say that thought bicycling was on the increase. With reference to his own club, he was sure they would be pleased to meet them at any time, and the Maidstone Club wished their Hastings brethren every success. Mr White gave ""the Visitors,"" coupled with the name of Mr T Gilbert. Mr. Gilbeert thanked them for coupling his name with the toast, and assured them that he was very pleased to meet them there. He was happy to hear that the club was in such prosperous state, and he trusted to see them going on improving. The remaining toasts were ""The Ladies,"" proposed by Mr Reed and responded to by Mr. Gaitskell; ""The Press,"" proposed by the Chairman and responded to Mr Hutchings ; "" Mr. French, the Pianist; and ""The Host and Hostess."" There was some excellent singing during the evening by Mr T Ainsworth, Mr Crisford. Mr C Wellerd, Mr T Gilbert, Mr E C Gilbert, Mr Carswell, etc. |
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| 6/04/1878
Hastings Observer |
The Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club. Half-yearly meeting. The half-yearly meeting of the Hastings and St Leonards Bicycle Club was held, at the club-room, Swan Hotel, on Thursday evening, when the chair was occupied by the Vice President, Mr. A. J. Lovett: and amongst those present were Mr T Gilbert (Captain), Mr A J White (Treasurer), Mr W Carswell (Secretary), Mr Smith, Mr Reed, Mr A Sims, Mr A Lovett, jun., and Mr T Stace. The Chairman called upon the Secretary to give them short statement to hew they stood. The Secretary said that at the last half-yearly meeting they had a balance in hand of £3 8s. 6d. The members' subscriptions since that time had amounted to £3 10s., making total of £6 18s 6d. After all expenses had been paid, there would be balance hand of £4 8s. There were eighteen subscribing members and eight honorary members at present. Four new members where then proposed, and the two representatives of the local press present (the Observer and Chronicle) were made free members. The election of officials was then proceeded with, as follows:-Vice-President, Mr A J Lovett; Captain, Mr E C Gilbert; Sub-Captain, Mr S Philcox; Treasurer, Mr A J White; Secretary, Mr W Carswell; Committee (in addition to officers of the club), Mr C Wellerd, Mr A Sims, and Mr W Cutting. The rules of the club wen then gone through, and several alterations made. It was also decided to have regulations for riding, the first- and most important being that each member should have a bell affixed to his machine when riding in the evening after dusk, when he was travelling through crowded thoroughfares. The others were principally instructions as to the orders of the Captain and Sub-Captain. The removal of the head quarters to a more central position of the borough was next taken into consideration. Mr E C Gilbert said he had seen Mr Donald, of the Seaside Hotel, who had stated that he should be happy to place a room at the disposal of the club. The position would be a more central one, and more convenient to the members. He moved that the head-quarters be removed to the Seaside Hotel. . In answer to one of the members, Mr Gilbert said the terms would be the same as they had the present room on. Mr Sims seconded the motion, which was carried. A vote of thanks to the Chairman terminated the proceedings. There will be a meet of the club on Good Friday, when the members will ride to Hawkhurst where they will be met by the Maidstone Club. |
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| 27/04/1878
Hastings Observer |
The Pedestrian Fete. The annual Grand Pedestrian Fete was held in Central Cricket and Recreation Ground on Monday last, when about 3000 spectators assembled in the ground to witness the running, while large numbers gathered on the outside, especially in Portland-place. The ground, owing the recent falls of rain, was very heavy, and not all favourable for the running, but notwithstanding this, the competitions were in some cases very close, and of most exciting nature. A great attraction in the proceedings was the two miles handicap amateur bicycle race, for which there were ten entries. This event was watched with great interest, and throughout the race loud cheering was heard from all sides the competitors passed. During the afternoon military band was in attendance, and performed several selections of music. The general arrangements were ably carried out by Mr S Watling, while Mr H Cheal officiated as starter, and Mr G F Finn as referee. The refreshment stalls were under the management of Mr H Love, of the Pilot Inn. The fallowing are the results of the various races: ... Two Miles Handicap Amateur Bicycle Race. First prize, a silver cup, value seven guineas; second a silver cup value three guineas; third, silver medal with gold centre; fourth, a silver medal. In two heats. The first two in each heat to compete in the final . The winners of the heats were - in the first, C Fitzgerald Ashford (220 yards start), and J Horn, Lombard BC (300 yards); in the second, E Runtz, Pickwick BC (200 yards), and H P C. Hare, Tunbridge Wells (230 yards). The racing in both heats was very exciting, and a good speed was maintained throughout, in spite of the unfavourable nature of the ground. The final heat resulted as follows: 1st E Runts; 2nd, J Hord; 3rd C Fitzgerald; 4th H P C Hore. The prizes were presented to the successful competitors by Mr. H Devlin at the finish of each race. |
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| 6/07/1878
Hastings Observer |
Accident to the Captain of the Bicycle Club.—Last (Friday) evening, between seven and eight o'clock, Mr. Gilbert, the captain of the Hastings Bicycle Club, was riding down High-street, and when nearly opposite the Swan Hotel, he accidentally fell of his machine and struck his head on the edge of tile kerb. He was at once picked and assisted into the hotel, where he was seen by Dr Ashenden, who found that he had fortunately received no serious injury, though was very much shaken and his face was cut in several places. |
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| 10/08/1878
Hastings Times |
Central Cricket Ground -. Notwithstanding the counteracting influence of other attractions on Monday last, the annual Pedestrian Fete at the Central Cricket Ground was well attended, there being about 2,500 people present during the afternoon. The weather was all that could be desired, the only fault being that it was a little to warm between three and four o'clock... Two Miles Handicap Amateur Bicycle Race - 1st prize value £7 7s; and value £3 3s; 3rd vaue £1 0s; 4th value £1 - H Joy St Leonards (350 yards start), 1: J T East, Surry RC (scratch) 2: H Hart Eastbourne BC (200 yards) 3: T A Denne East Kent BC (400 yards): H Croucher, East Kent BC (320 yards) 0, T C Berrington Dulwich (250 yards) 0. The races were hardly concluded and the rain here began to fall, and the ground was rapidly deserted. The promoters of the fete are to he congratulated upon the order and decorum apparent, and upon the success of their efforts to provide recreation and amusement for the people. Event: |
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| 10/08/1878
Hastings Observer |
Pedestrian Fete. The annual grand Pedestrian Fete was held the Central Cricket and Recreation Ground, and was witnessed by between 3,000 and 4,000 spectators. The programme comprised three handicaps, also two miles handicap bicycle race, and in most of the heats of the several events there were some exciting contests. Mr S Watling, formerly of Hastings, but now of Brighton, was manager, and was ably assisted by Mr Shaw, who officiated as starter, Mr G F Finn, of Canterbury, handicapper, Mr H Cheal, referee, Mr. Develin, and a committee composed of local gentlemen... Two Miles Bicycle Race.—First prize, silver cup value seven guineas; 2nd, silver cup value three guineas; 3rd, silver medal with gold centre 4th, silver medal. This was rode in two heats. In the first, J T East Surrey BC, who started at scratch, won after a splendid race; H Hart, Eastbourne, 200 yards start, being second; and H. Croucher, East Kent Invicta B.C., 320 yards, third. In the second heat, H Joy, St. Leonards, 250 yards, was first T A Denne, East Kent Invicta BC, 400 yards, second; and T C Berrington, 250 yards, third. The first two in each heat rode in the final, Joy being the winner, with East second, Hart third, and Denne fourth. Denne, a young lad, was loudly cheered during, the race for the plucky way in which he rode, and Mr. Develin on handing him the fourth prize complimented him on his riding. Event: |
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| 5/10/1878
Hastings Times |
Hastings and St Leonards Bicycle Club. The quarterly meeting of the above Club was held on Thursday evening at the Seaside and Pier Hotel, under the presidency of A J Lovett Esq. A good number of members were present. The Chairman first of all called upon the Secretary (Mr William Carsell) to read the report, the substance of which was follows: Financial report for the half year April 4 to October 3. 1878.
The report showed that 11 members had joined during the half-year, and one resigned, the present number being 31. The CHAIRMAN, in thanking the secretary for his report, said he had one little thing to mention, for which he was extremely sorry, and that was that their captain (Mr Edward G Gilbert), who had given the club so much attention, had had the misfortune of meeting with an accident, which would incapacitate him from riding for some time. He wished to thank him for the manner in which he had attended to the various meetings of the club. The CAPTAIN thanked Mr. Lovett for letting them have his name upon their club programmes, and for his attention with which he had favoured them. He proposed that gentlemen should continue his office as vice president of the club. He would be unable to hold the captaincy for some time, owing to his recent accident, as be would not be able to ride for some two or three months; however, he hoped some day to be able to ride again, end moved that the captaincy should be left open for a month. The CHAIRMAN thought it would be better to leave it open for three months, when he hoped Mr. Gilbert would be restored, or that be should continue or that he should continue his office during the three months. The CAPTAIN absolutely agreed to remain in office until the next meeting. SUB-CAPTAIN. Respecting the election of sub-captain, it was agreed that that office should be raced for. SECRETARY. Mr William Carswell was re-elected secretary of the club, and presented with the thanks of the members, for the efficient manner in which he had discharged his duties. TREASURER. Mr Alfred J White was re-elected treasurer of the club. COMMITTEE. The following is the result of the balloting for the three members who should act on the committee of the club: Messers Wellerd 7 [votes], Stills 7, Cutting 6, Haman 4, Veness 4, Packton 4 and Simkins 4. A RACE FOR AN OFFICE. The Captain proposed that Mr Stile should preside over the run to be held on Wednesday, the 16th last, at four o'clock, for the sub-captaincy, the riders to meet at Carlisle Parade, after which the members and friends should meet for a social meeting at the Seaside and Pier Hotel, at half past eight o’clock. [see 19 October 1878 report] PRIZES. It was agreed that the sub-captain should be presented with a bicycle bugle, and that a second prize be offered to the second rider, of a bicycle lamp and bells. CLUB MEETINGS. The social meetings of the club were proposed to be held every Thursday at the Hotel, at half-past eight o'clock, for the members and friends of the club. The third Thursday in the month however was to be reserved for the business meetings. |
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| 5/10/1878
Hastings Observer |
The Bicycle Club.—The annual meeting the members of this Club was held at the headquarters, the Seaside Hotel, on Thursday evening. There was goodly number present, and the several officers were elected for the ensuing year. It was shown that the Club was in a most favourable condition, and an increase in the number of members was reported Event: |
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| 19/10/1878
Hastings Observer |
The Bicycle Club.—After a closely-contested race of about a mile-and-a-half, on Wednesday, Mr H F Style won the sub-captaincy of the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club, Mr Arthur Lovett [A Lovett]being two yards behind, and Mr T Beckton a bad third. In the evening a supper was held at the Seaside Hotel, the headquarters of the club, when Mr. Style was presented with the first prize, a silver bugle, the second prize being a bicycle lamp and bells, and the third a silver flask. Event: |
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| 19/10/1878
Hastings Times |
Mr H F Style, after a closely contested race of about one mile and-a-half won the sub-captaincy of the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club on Wednesday, Mr Arthur Lovett [A Lovett] being two yards behind, and Mr Becton a good third. In the evening about 18 members partook of an excellent supper at the Sea Side Hotel, when Mr Style was presented with the first ???? a bicycle bugle, the second prise being a bicycle lamp and bells, and the third a silver flask. Event: |
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